After Google, Meta to test blocking news content on Facebook, Instagram in Canada

Mark Zuckerberg-led Meta has reportedly said that the company will begin tests on Facebook and Instagram, its social media platforms, to limit some users and publishers from viewing or sharing some news content in Canada.

According to a report by news agency Reuters, this testing period will run for several weeks and the minor percentage of Canadian users who will be enrolled in testing will be notified if they attempt to share news content.

Why is Meta limiting news on Facebook, Instagram
Meta, along with other companies like Google, have been against Canada’s proposed “Online News Act”.